Example Sentences

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Outdoor watch parties around Madison Square Garden were initially banned during the NBA playoffs after multiple arrests during raucous celebrations, but will take place for the rest of the finals.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Perhaps Tuchel will also give the clearest hint on who will take the much-debated number 10 role.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Many older power plants have shut down, and new ones will take years and billions of dollars to build.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Heidi O’Neill, a longtime Nike veteran, will take over as Lululemon CEO in September.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

“Well, thank you for the scone. I’m sure this will take the edge off my hunger.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin